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Largest Navy Contract For 3D Printers Awarded To MatterHackers

Largest Navy Contract For 3D Printers Awarded To MatterHackers

MatterHackers
Nov 10, 2021

MatterHackers Awarded $5M NAVAIR Tier 1 Additive Manufacturing System Contract To Field Ultimaker 3D Printers and Building Momentum Training For US Warfighters

MatterHackers, the largest US-based 3D retailer of desktop 3D printers and materials, was competitively awarded a five-year IDIQ contract (up to $5M) to deliver fully-deployable additive manufacturing systems (AMS) to US Navy and Marine bases across the United States and overseas. The Tier 1 AMS includes Ultimaker S5 3D printers, industrial-grade filament, supplemental IT and support, mainte... (More)

Inspiration Session: 3D Printing for Military Training, Humanitarian Aid & Workforce

Inspiration Session: 3D Printing for Military Training, Humanitarian Aid & Workforce

MatterHackers
May 2, 2021

Building Momentum shares their success stories of real-world problem solving with 3D printers for active-duty military and civilians alike.

Building Momentum shares their success stories of real-world problem solving with 3D printers. From providing humanitarian aid in world-wide crises to training active-duty military members in the technology they'll need to create urgent solutions without waiting on a supply chain, Building Momentum has tapped into the power of digital manufacturing as a source of limitless innovation. Watch the vi... (More)

Utilizing 3D Printing for Safety and Efficiency in the Military

Utilizing 3D Printing for Safety and Efficiency in the Military

Chris Morgan
Jun 2, 2019

Our May Hackers of the Month are a dedicated group of soldiers that have leveraged the power of 3D printing to make ordnance disposal training inexpensive and safe for new recruits.

Our May Hackers of the Month are a dedicated group of military members that have leveraged the power of 3D printing to make ordnance disposal training inexpensive and safe for new recruits at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. (More)

How to Succeed with NylonX

How to Succeed with NylonX

Taylor Landry
Sep 1, 2016

NylonX has quickly become one of our favorite filaments for strong, durable, and ready-to-use parts. Here's an in-depth look at Nylon X, and some printing tips to get the most out of this great new material.

Nylons are a fantastic group of 3D printing materials. Excellent chemical, abrasion, and impact resistance coupled with its durability and toughness make it a perfect choice for strong, functional 3D printed parts. The main “cons” of nylon filaments are the lack of rigidity, relatively high shrink rate, and the fact that it is highly hygroscopic (absorbs water from the air).... (More)

How Professionals are Using 3D Printed Jigs and Fixtures

How Professionals are Using 3D Printed Jigs and Fixtures

Scott Cahoon
Jul 5, 2017

Learn how using MatterHackers PRO Series 3D printer filament to create custom jigs and fixtures can save time and money in the production process for any product.

Overview In the manufacturing environment, desktop 3D printing has graduated from conceptual design and prototyping to become an essential resource in product production. The cost and time savings gleaned from the design engineer’s desk is now being achieved on the production floor. One example is in the fabrication and use of 3D printed jigs and fixtures. To fully understand this developme... (More)

Tech Breakdown: Lulzbot TAZ Workhorse 3D Printer Review

Tech Breakdown: Lulzbot TAZ Workhorse 3D Printer Review

Alec Richter
Jul 22, 2019

MatterHackers' pros take a look at why the Lulzbot TAZ Workhorse lives up to its name, making it a 3D printer to be reckoned with.

Introducing the Lulzbot TAZ Workhorse, The latest iteration in Lulzbot’s series of FFF 3D printers. Throughout this machine you find a variety of new hardware including updated features found on previous models, like the new toolhead, belted Z axis, and the Modular Heated Bed. There’s more to it that makes this machine a true workhorse, so let’s break it down. ... (More)

3D Printer Filament Comparison Guide

3D Printer Filament Comparison Guide

May 30, 2017

There are many different kinds of 3D printer filament, and each one has it's own strengths for different projects. Knowing these differences is key to a successful 3D printing experience and so we have created a Filament Comparison Guide with everything you need to know about every type of filament available.